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Schema-
focused
therapy (SFT)
Systems training
for emotional
predictability and
problem solving
(STEPPS)
Transference-
focused
psychotherapy
(TFP)
Good psychiatric
management
(GPM)
Depends on
format
20 weeks 12–18 months 12 months
2 hours/week
× 3 years
Not part of
treatment
Two 45–50
minute sessions/
week
Once weekly as
needed
90 minutes/
week × 8
months
2 hour/week Used as indicated Encouraged
Not part of
treatment
1 hour session Used as indicated Family
psychoeducation
Individualized
plans
Use skills in group
with referral to ED or
individual therapist,
as needed
Minimize ED use
and use only
when absolutely
necessary
Crisis plan
or algorithm
regarding
intersession
contact
No No Yes Yes
Delivered in
an individual
or group
format but
not both
Supplements other
treatment
